Upcoming Events

2018

MMM Submissions

To have information from your ag ed organization included in the Monday Morning Monitor, email Andrea Fristoe, NAAE Program Manager.

The Council

2018 National Agricultural Education SummitThe 2018 National Agricultural Education Summit will be held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in San Antonio, Texas on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 just prior to the 2018 NAAE Convention and ACTE CareerTech VISION 2018. Click here for more information.

NAAE

Position Announcement: CASE Project DirectorThe CASE Project Director will partner with all NAAE staff toward the success of CASE and other NAAE initiatives. Qualified applicants should have experience in the delivery of high-quality agricultural education programming and demonstrated experience with CASE.Click herefor more information and to apply.

2019 National Teach Ag Campaign Intern Position AnnouncementThe intern position will start in May 2019 and the end date will depend on performance, but may last until May 2020. The intern will be stationed out of the NAAE office, located on the campus of the University of Kentucky, in Lexington, KY for eight weeks during the 2019 summer. The remainder of the internship will be done remotely at a site mutually agreed upon by the intern and the NTAC. Click herefor more information and to apply by December 2nd.

NAAE InternshipsWe are now accepting applications for the 2019 NAAE interns. We have positions available in advocacy, communications, and professional development.Follow this linkfor more information and to apply by December 21st.

2018 NAAE Convention AppPersonalize your schedule, stay up-to-date on workshop changes while at convention, meet other attendees, and create your own profile with ouronline convention app. Search “NAAE Conv” and download it in the App Store or Google Play for your convenience. Thanks Merck for sponsoring our convention app!

Online Professional Development: Global Learning (#GLAG19)The Global Teach Ag! Initiative is conducting the 5th annual global learning in agriculture conference!#GLAG19: Cultivating Empathy in a Global World will provide “on-demand” and “live” opportunities to advance your capacity as a global agricultural educator, helping to prepare your students for the interconnected world of food, fiber, and natural resources. During the week of January 26th, with only a digital pass ($25), you have access to resources and best practices to help advance global learning in your program. While supplies last, there are also 100 “All-Access” Passes ($50) that include the Conference-in-A-Box.Fun fact: In 2018, we had an impression on 1,121,917 twitter accounts with the conversation about #GLAG18 – over 1 million accounts seeing school-based agricultural education talk about global issues. Here is a link to check out the conference program from last year.The keynote is Mr. Roger Thurow, Pulitzer Prize Finalist who is the author of Enough; The Last Hunger Season; and The First 1,000 days. GLAG can only occur with the support of our Global Learning Partners including: Penn State Extension; Penn State Center for Professional Personal Learning; Hawkeye Global Agriculture Learning Center; Hunger Solutions Institute at Auburn University; Iowa State University, Michigan State University, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Purdue, CELA-Belize, Explorations by Thor, Murphy-Carpenter Design, The National FFA Organization, Nutrients for Life Foundation and The World Food Prize.

PEDIGREE -- The Animal Breeding Board GamePEDIGREE blends management decisions with the luck of genetic selection. The opportunity for backers to pledge expires November 30th with the end of the Kickstarter campaign.Click herefor more information.

Vets on CallPresented by Zoetis, the Veterinarians on Call YouTube channel features real-life vets doing a variety of tasks. This week, Susan thinks her dog Mabel may be injured. Mabel has been weary lately, less "crazy and hyper" than normal. So Susan brings her seven-year-old dog to see vet Dr. Brittney Barton, whose exam reveals injuries to both hind legs.Click hereto watch the video.

Friday FootnotesWhen an Old Man Gets to ThinkingResearch shows agriculture teachers work 55+ hours a week. We really do need to spend more time with our loved ones. Children only grow up once. We never know how much time we have with our loved ones.Click hereto read more.

FFA

Apply Now for a National FFA ScholarshipDo you have students who could use some money for college? Tell them about the National FFA Scholarship online application, which opened on Thursday, Nov. 15.

Students can:

Create, edit and submit an application using any web platform, including a smartphone.

Check the status of their application from their personalized homepage.

Save/edit an in-progress application at any time before the application deadline.

Upload any required materials directly to their application.

Opt-in for text notifications, in addition to email notifications and reminders.

Join in the Blue 365 ChallengeBlue 365is the latest catalyst to the National FFA Organization’s commitment to the future of agriculture. Bringing innovative technology, science, research and entrepreneurship to the classrooms of nearly 670,000 FFA members nationwide, Blue 365 provides videos, podcasts, lesson plans, and countless resources to FFA advisors and student members.

To help launchBlue 365and highlight the innovations and technologies that are transforming agriculture, we are excited to announce theBlue 365 Challenge! In partnership with Microsoft, the National FFA Organization will award 50 FFA chapters with two Microsoft FarmBeats Student Kits designed to help students learn about precision agriculture and Internet of Things technologies. Each kit includes preconfigured Microsoft Azure cloud services and a Raspberry Pi with soil moisture, light, ambient temperature, and humidity sensors to collect data, which can help students understand how to help improve productivity, increase yield, and save resources. Microsoft will provide additional resources to showcase how FFA advisors can put these kits to use in the classroom.Submit your applicationbefore the Jan. 2 deadline!

Grow Ag Leaders ScholarshipsEvery year, Grow Ag Leaders awards more than $500,000 in scholarships to students studying in ag-related fields. Grow Ag Leaders asks farmers to endorse high school seniors or college students for a chance to win a $1,500 scholarship to support their higher education studies in ag-related fields.

Applications for 2019 Grow Ag Leaders are open now. To apply for this scholarship, students must meet the below criteria:

Must be a high school senior to college junior enrolled full time.

Must be planning to attend a vocational, two-year or four-year qualifying agriculture-related study program after high school.

FFA Alumni

Alumni Educational Enrichment ProgramDo you or your students want a way to earn online college credits at a discounted price? Check out the Alumni Educational Enrichment program atPearson.com/FFAwhich includes a FREE personalized college plan valued at $300.

Raise Money for Your ChapterLooking for a simple and effective chapter fundraiser? We Fund Them is a quick and easy online donation platform that provides a thank-you gift to supporters of the largest discount network in the nation. This gift encourages donations and the sharing of your fundraiser with other possible donors. You simply customize the site with your picture, video and messaging and share it through email, text and social media. We Fund Them will support FFA and provide detailed tracking of participant and group participation and fundraising results.Click hereto see an example of an active donation site for a college baseball team.Click hereto get your We Fund Them page started.

CASE

Registration for 2019 CASE Institutes opens December 1st. Each site can accommodate approximately 20 participants. This year’s offerings once again include several fast track institutes. Fast track institutes are for teachers with at least one prior CASE certification. Pre-Institute homework is required for fast track participation.

Many CASE Institutes' registrations filled quickly last year, so teachers should be sure to register as soon as they secure the appropriate funding.

Upcoming Events

2018

MMM Submissions

To have information from your ag ed organization included in the Monday Morning Monitor, email Andrea Fristoe, NAAE Program Manager.

The Council

2018 National Agricultural Education SummitThe 2018 National Agricultural Education Summit will be held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in San Antonio, Texas on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 just prior to the 2018 NAAE Convention and ACTE CareerTech VISION 2018. Click here for more information.

NAAE

Position Announcement: CASE Project DirectorThe CASE Project Director will partner with all NAAE staff toward the success of CASE and other NAAE initiatives. Qualified applicants should have experience in the delivery of high-quality agricultural education programming and demonstrated experience with CASE.Click herefor more information and to apply.

2019 National Teach Ag Campaign Intern Position AnnouncementThe intern position will start in May 2019 and the end date will depend on performance, but may last until May 2020. The intern will be stationed out of the NAAE office, located on the campus of the University of Kentucky, in Lexington, KY for eight weeks during the 2019 summer. The remainder of the internship will be done remotely at a site mutually agreed upon by the intern and the NTAC. Click herefor more information and to apply by December 2nd.

NAAE InternshipsWe are now accepting applications for the 2019 NAAE interns. We have positions available in advocacy, communications, and professional development.Follow this linkfor more information and to apply by December 21st.

2018 NAAE Convention AppPersonalize your schedule, stay up-to-date on workshop changes while at convention, meet other attendees, and create your own profile with ouronline convention app. Search “NAAE Conv” and download it in the App Store or Google Play for your convenience. Thanks Merck for sponsoring our convention app!

Vets on CallPresented by Zoetis, the Veterinarians on Call YouTube channel features real-life vets doing a variety of tasks. This week, Dr. Krantz examines piglets at Petrie Farm suffering from a case of diarrhea, which can be life threatening.Click hereto watch the video.

Friday FootnotesThe FFA SweetheartPrior to 1969, about the only way a female could be involved with the FFA was to be a chapter sweetheart. In the early days of the FFA, it was common for a chapter to have an FFA Sweetheart. The Sweetheart was typically voted on by the members and the selection of the sweetheart more often than not was a popularity/beauty contest.Follow this linkto read more.

FFA

Apply Now for a National FFA ScholarshipDo you have students who could use some money for college? Tell them about the National FFA Scholarship online application, which opened on Thursday, Nov. 15.

Students can:

Create, edit and submit an application using any web platform, including a smartphone.

Check the status of their application from their personalized homepage.

Save/edit an in-progress application at any time before the application deadline.

Upload any required materials directly to their application.

Opt-in for text notifications, in addition to email notifications and reminders.

Join in the Blue 365 ChallengeBlue 365is the latest catalyst to the National FFA Organization’s commitment to the future of agriculture. Bringing innovative technology, science, research and entrepreneurship to the classrooms of nearly 670,000 FFA members nationwide, Blue 365 provides videos, podcasts, lesson plans, and countless resources to FFA advisors and student members.

To help launchBlue 365and highlight the innovations and technologies that are transforming agriculture, we are excited to announce theBlue 365 Challenge! In partnership with Microsoft, the National FFA Organization will award 50 FFA chapters with two Microsoft FarmBeats Student Kits designed to help students learn about precision agriculture and Internet of Things technologies. Each kit includes preconfigured Microsoft Azure cloud services and a Raspberry Pi with soil moisture, light, ambient temperature, and humidity sensors to collect data, which can help students understand how to help improve productivity, increase yield, and save resources. Microsoft will provide additional resources to showcase how FFA advisors can put these kits to use in the classroom.Submit your applicationbefore the Jan. 2 deadline!

Grow Ag Leaders ScholarshipsEvery year, Grow Ag Leaders awards more than $500,000 in scholarships to students studying in ag-related fields. Grow Ag Leaders asks farmers to endorse high school seniors or college students for a chance to win a $1,500 scholarship to support their higher education studies in ag-related fields.

Applications for 2019 Grow Ag Leaders are open now. To apply for this scholarship, students must meet the below criteria:

Must be a high school senior to college junior enrolled full time.

Must be planning to attend a vocational, two-year or four-year qualifying agriculture-related study program after high school.

$400 Day of Service Mini-Grant AvailablePlanning a Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service event in January? Or is your chapter hosting a service event during National FFA Week in February? Now is the time to apply for a $400 Day of Service Mini-Grant! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis on the first of each month. To learn more about the Day of Service Mini-Grant, visit the Living to Serve Grants website atwww.ffa.org/livingtoserve/grants. Want to see what other chapters have done? Check out the interactive map atwww.ffa.org/livingtoserveto review funded projects.

FFA State Day of Service GrantA reminder that the application for the FFA State Day of Service Grant is now available atwww.ffa.org/livingtoserve/grants. This is a competitive funding opportunity for all FFA state associations or foundations to help infuse service activities at the state level. A state association or foundation may apply for up to $8,000. Want to know what states did in 2018 with the grant? Check out the interactive map atwww.ffa.org/livingtoserve. If you have any questions, please emailLTS@ffa.org.

FFA Alumni

Alumni Educational Enrichment ProgramDo you or your students want a way to earn online college credits at a discounted price? Check out the Alumni Educational Enrichment program atPearson.com/FFAwhich includes a FREE personalized college plan valued at $300.

Raise Money for Your ChapterLooking for a simple and effective chapter fundraiser? We Fund Them is a quick and easy online donation platform that provides a thank-you gift to supporters of the largest discount network in the nation. This gift encourages donations and the sharing of your fundraiser with other possible donors. You simply customize the site with your picture, video and messaging and share it through email, text and social media. We Fund Them will support FFA and provide detailed tracking of participant and group participation and fundraising results.Click hereto see an example of an active donation site for a college baseball team.Click hereto get your We Fund Them page started.

CASE

Registration for 2019 CASE Institutes opens December 1st. Each site can accommodate approximately 20 participants. This year’s offerings once again include several fast track institutes. Fast track institutes are for teachers with at least one prior CASE certification. Pre-Institute homework is required for fast track participation.

Many CASE Institutes' registrations filled quickly last year, so teachers should be sure to register as soon as they secure the appropriate funding.

Advance CTE

2019 Excellence in Action AwardsDo you think you have one of the best Career Technical Education (CTE) programs of study in the nation? Advance CTE is on the search for programs of study that exemplify excellence in the implementation of the Career Clusters®, show a true progression from secondary to postsecondary education, provide meaningful work-based learning opportunities, and have a substantial and evidence-based impact on student achievement and success. Apply for the 2019Excellence in Actionawardto showcase the amazing work of your learners, instructors and faculty at the national level.

Not only will your program be featured in the media and an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. in the spring, you’ll also be contributing to a positive image of CTE programs. In its sixth year, this award showcases innovative programs of study to policymakers, employers, and education leaders and lets them know that CTE is for all learners and prepares them for a lifetime of college and career success. Applications are open to secondary and postsecondary schools/institutions.Apply today!

CAST

Move over Luke Skywalker—hoverbikes are lifting off.

Friday, Nov. 16, 2018: The cost of a basic Thanksgiving meal is down, the tragic toll from wildfires is up, and hoverbikes are trying to lift off safely. University research programs, student videos, and rodents eating ghost peppers—these and many more ag/science stories in this week’s edition.

Upcoming Events

2018

MMM Submissions

To have information from your ag ed organization included in the Monday Morning Monitor, email Andrea Fristoe, NAAE Program Manager.

The Council

2018 National Agricultural Education SummitThe 2018 National Agricultural Education Summit will be held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in San Antonio, Texas on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 just prior to the 2018 NAAE Convention and ACTE CareerTech VISION 2018. Click here for more information.

NAAE

Position Announcement: CASE Project DirectorThe CASE Project Director will partner with all NAAE staff toward the success of CASE and other NAAE initiatives. Qualified applicants should have experience in the delivery of high-quality agricultural education programming and demonstrated experience with CASE.Click herefor more information and to apply.

2019 National Teach Ag Campaign Intern Position AnnouncementThe intern position will start in May 2019 and the end date will depend on performance, but may last until May 2020. The intern will be stationed out of the NAAE office, located on the campus of the University of Kentucky, in Lexington, KY for eight weeks during the 2019 summer. The remainder of the internship will be done remotely at a site mutually agreed upon by the intern and the NTAC. Click herefor more information and to apply by December 2nd.

NAAE InternshipsWe are now accepting applications for the 2019 NAAE interns. We have positions available in advocacy, communications, and professional development.Follow this linkfor more information and to apply by December 21st.

2018 NAAE ConventionRegistration and the NAAE Housing Block are now open. Make sure to book your room soon, as the housing block is filling quickly. Follow this linkfor more information and to start making plans for San Antonio!

Special Ag Mechanics Professional Development as part of NAAE ConventionSponsored by Lincoln ElectricWelding Education with Lincoln Electric Tuesday, November 27th8:00am-5:00pmSan Antonio, TXThis course is geared for instructors who want to take welding education to the next level. The program is a day seminar focused on instructional delivery methods for Safety, SMAW, GMAW, GTAW and FCAW welding processes.This event will be offsite,however, transportation and lunch are provided.

Vets on CallPresented by Zoetis, the Veterinarians on Call YouTube channel features real-life vets doing a variety of tasks. This week, Dr. Tara Donovan inspects a barn of pigs in Iowa, observing that pigs are raised in better conditions today than when she grew up in her Midwest farm community.Click hereto watch the video.

Friday FootnotesThe Yellow DogsLast week’s Friday Footnote mentioned two organizations, the Masons and the Grange, who have “secret” ceremonies. Are you aware of the existence of a “secret” agricultural education society?Read more.

FFA

National FFA Scholarships: Application Opens Nov. 15The National FFA Scholarship application will open on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018. This year’s application will be online, eliminating the current paper process and facilitating a more timely and effective delivery and acceptance process. Be sure to promote this opportunity to your high school seniors, collegiate members, and all students interested in pursuing a postsecondary education. There are many scholarship opportunities, and only one application needs to be completed per student. To find out more about scholarships, visitFFA.org/scholarships.

WLC Positions Close SoonLooking for ways to interact with students, work with dynamic teammates, give back to a great organization and learn lifelong career skills — all while working in Washington, D.C.? Consider working as a National FFA conference facilitator. Applications for positions on the 2019 Washington Leadership Conference staff are open and will close Nov. 16, 2018. We are hiring conference facilitators, a conference director, and an adult program coordinator. If you're interested, apply atFFA.org/careers-at-ffa. Please note that if hired for this position, staff will be ineligible to run for National FFA Office. Check outthis linkfor more about the conference. Should you have questions, contactwlc@ffa.org.

SAE Video of the Week: AgritourismWatch how Peyton Moore from Bullard FFA in Texas combines her love of agriculture with her passion for teaching others about ag and pumpkins on her family’s 100-year farm.Peyton’s videoand more can be seen in ourSAE Video Library.

Teacher Town Hall RecordingThank you to those who called in for the National FFA Teacher Town Hall last week. If you missed it and would like to learn more about Blue 365, the newly redesigned FFA.org, online classroom and teacher resources, and more, listen to the recordinghere.

FFA Alumni

Alumni Educational Enrichment ProgramDo you or your students want a way to earn online college credits at a discounted price? Check out the Alumni Educational Enrichment program atPearson.com/FFAwhich includes a FREE personalized college plan valued at $300.

CASE

Registration for 2019 CASE Institutes opens December 1st. Each site can accommodate approximately 20 participants. This year’s offerings once again include several fast track institutes. Fast track institutes are for teachers with at least one prior CASE certification. Pre-Institute homework is required for fast track participation.

Many CASE Institutes' registrations filled quickly last year, so teachers should be sure to register as soon as they secure the appropriate funding.

Advance CTE

2019 Excellence in Action AwardsDo you think you have one of the best Career Technical Education (CTE) programs of study in the nation? Advance CTE is on the search for programs of study that exemplify excellence in the implementation of the Career Clusters®, show a true progression from secondary to postsecondary education, provide meaningful work-based learning opportunities, and have a substantial and evidence-based impact on student achievement and success. Apply for the 2019Excellence in Actionawardto showcase the amazing work of your learners, instructors and faculty at the national level.

Not only will your program be featured in the media and an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. in the spring, you’ll also be contributing to a positive image of CTE programs. In its sixth year, this award showcases innovative programs of study to policymakers, employers and education leaders and lets them know that CTE is for all learners and prepares them for a lifetime of college and career success. Applications are open to secondary and postsecondary schools/institutions.Apply today!

Upcoming Events

2018

MMM Submissions

To have information from your ag ed organization included in the Monday Morning Monitor, email Andrea Fristoe, NAAE Program Manager.

The Council

2018 National Agricultural Education SummitThe 2018 National Agricultural Education Summit will be held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in San Antonio, Texas on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 just prior to the 2018 NAAE Convention and ACTE CareerTech VISION 2018. Click here for more information.

NAAE

Position Announcement: CASE Project DirectorThe CASE Project Director will partner with all NAAE staff toward the success of CASE and other NAAE initiatives. Qualified applicants should have experience in the delivery of high-quality agricultural education programming and demonstrated experience with CASE.Click herefor more information and to apply.

2019 National Teach Ag Campaign Intern Position AnnouncementThe intern position will start in May 2019 and the end date will depend on performance, but may last until May 2020. The intern will be stationed out of the NAAE office, located on the campus of the University of Kentucky, in Lexington, KY for eight weeks during the 2019 summer. The remainder of the internship will be done remotely at a site mutually agreed upon by the intern and the NTAC. Click herefor more information and to apply by December 2nd.

NAAE InternshipsWe are now accepting applications for the 2019 NAAE interns. We have positions available in advocacy, communications, and professional development.Follow this linkfor more information and to apply by December 21st.

2018 NAAE ConventionRegistration and the NAAE Housing Block are now open. Make sure to book your room soon, as the housing block is filling quickly. Follow this linkfor more information and to start making plans for San Antonio!

Special Ag Mechanics Professional Development as part of NAAE ConventionSponsored by Lincoln ElectricWelding Education with Lincoln Electric Tuesday, November 27th8:00am-5:00pmSan Antonio, TXThis course is geared for instructors who want to take welding education to the next level. The program is a day seminar focused on instructional delivery methods for Safety, SMAW, GMAW, GTAW and FCAW welding processes.This event will be offsite,however, transportation and lunch are provided.

Vets on CallPresented by Zoetis, the Veterinarians on Call YouTube channel features real-life vets doing a variety of tasks. This week, Dr. Wilson, veterinarian at Rose Acre Farms in Indiana, examines the flocks in his care by handling some of the birds.Click hereto watch the video.

Friday FootnotesThe Poor Scholar's SoliloquyWhen I was in graduate school, I discovered a short essay titled "The Poor Scholar's Soliloquy." As I read the essay, I thought this could be describing an agriculture student. The essay caused me to do some thinking about the teaching-learning process.Read more.

For those who participated in award programs or competitive events, information—including participant photos and feedback reports—will be posted within the next two weeks. All participating advisors and state staff will be notified via email of these postings and their locations. All convention results are posted onFFA.org/event-results/.

Join Us This Wednesday for Another Teacher Town HallOur second Teacher Town Hall is set for Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 6 p.m. EST.

These town hall meetings are designed to keep teachers and advisors up-to-date on important issues at National FFA, and to provide a forum to ask questions of and provide feedback to national staff.

SAE Video of the Week: Dairy HeifersWatch howJonathan Jonesfrom Los Lunas FFA in New Mexico uses his SAE in the area of dairy heifers to move outside of his comfort zone and into a life-changing career with animals. You can see more videos in ourSAE Video Library.

2018-19 SAE GrantsThanks to great sponsors, the National FFA Organization is pleased to announce that 148 SAE Grants of $1,000 each are available this year to help current FFA members in grades 7-12 start or expand an SAE. Some grants provide an additional $1,000 to the FFA chapter of the recipient. The online application is available through theSAE Grants webpageor anywhere you can access the online Application Center. CLICK HEREfor a complete step-by-step guide to accessing the SAE Grant application. CLICK HEREfor the SAE Grants flyer. All applications must be submitted online before 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Nov 15, 2018.

CASE

Registration for 2019 CASE Institutes opens December 1st. Each site can accommodate approximately 20 participants. This year’s offerings once again include several fast track institutes. Fast track institutes are for teachers with at least one prior CASE certification. Pre-Institute homework is required for fast track participation.

Many CASE Institutes' registrations filled quickly last year, so teachers should be sure to register as soon as they secure the appropriate funding.

Advance CTE

2019 Excellence in Action AwardsDo you think you have one of the best Career Technical Education (CTE) programs of study in the nation? Advance CTE is on the search for programs of study that exemplify excellence in the implementation of the Career Clusters®, show a true progression from secondary to postsecondary education, provide meaningful work-based learning opportunities, and have a substantial and evidence-based impact on student achievement and success. Apply for the 2019Excellence in Actionawardto showcase the amazing work of your learners, instructors and faculty at the national level.

Not only will your program be featured in the media and an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. in the spring, you’ll also be contributing to a positive image of CTE programs. In its sixth year, this award showcases innovative programs of study to policymakers, employers and education leaders and lets them know that CTE is for all learners and prepares them for a lifetime of college and career success. Applications are open to secondary and postsecondary schools/institutions.Apply today!

CAST

Friday, Nov. 2, 2018:Various stories cover opportunities, awards, and special programs for ag/science students. Government rulings, market trends, and biotech affect food production. And we made it through another Halloween frenzy. These and many more ag/science stories in this week’s edition.